HVA 130 - Residential HVAC

Prerequisite: Successful completion of HVA 105 or permission of academic chair

Covers the use of the refrigeration cycle as used in residential air conditioning systems. Emphasizes control circuits, metering devices, compressors, leak detection, evacuation and recovery. System charging techniques, using the appropriate tools and gauges, and the appropriate troubleshooting methods for servicing a system will be covered. Emphasis will be placed on superheat and sub-cooling calculations. The removal and replacement of mechanical and electrical components will be practiced. Service procedures to ensure energy efficiency will also be discussed.

Credits: (3)

Lab Hours: 2
Lecture Hours: 2

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